PSA X9 - #4 Concept Poll Winner! | Palmetto State Armory

Published on February 18, 2025
Duration: 1:28

This video reveals the Palmetto State Armory X9, the #4 concept poll winner, as a 9mm PDW-style firearm utilizing a delayed blowback system. Key features highlighted include a 7-inch nitrided barrel with suppressor-ready muzzle device, ambidextrous side charging, a 30-round B&T magazine, and extensive rail integration for accessories and braces. The design reflects significant community input, prioritizing B&T magazines over Glock-style.

Quick Summary

The PSA X9 is a 9mm PDW-style firearm featuring a delayed blowback action, a 7-inch nitrided barrel with a tri-lug adapter, and ambidextrous side-charging. It utilizes 30-round B&T magazines, a choice driven by community poll results, and includes a full-length Picatinny rail and M-LOK handguard for accessory mounting.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Poll Results
  2. 00:14Unveiling the PSA X9
  3. 00:35Controls and Magazine
  4. 00:45Mounting and Rails
  5. 00:57Community Feedback and Release

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the PSA X9 and what makes it unique?

The PSA X9 is a 9mm PDW-style firearm, the #4 winner from Palmetto State Armory's concept poll. It features a delayed blowback action, a 7-inch nitrided barrel with a tri-lug adapter, ambidextrous side-charging handle, and uses 30-round B&T magazines based on community feedback.

What are the key features of the PSA X9's ergonomics and accessory mounting?

The PSA X9 boasts an ambidextrous side-charging handle for flexible operation. It includes a full-length top Picatinny rail for optics and a modular M-LOK handguard at the 3, 6, and 9 o'clock positions for various attachments, plus a 1913 adapter for brace compatibility.

What operating system does the PSA X9 use and why?

The PSA X9 employs a delayed blowback operating system. This method is chosen for PDW-style firearms like the X9 to safely manage the pressures of the 9mm cartridge within a compact and lightweight platform, offering better control than direct blowback.

How was the magazine choice for the PSA X9 determined?

Palmetto State Armory specifically chose B&T 30-round magazines for the PSA X9 after conducting a concept poll where the community voted. This decision reflects PSA's commitment to incorporating user feedback into their product development process.

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